Facelift Surgery: Improving Midlife Sagging

<Actual facelift surgery case at DM Plastic Surgery>

Aging is a natural process that everyone experiences, and it gradually begins after the growth period ends.

As collagen production decreases due to aging, reduced elasticity, sagging, wrinkles, and other changes occur.

As the features and face begin to sag, many people become concerned whenever they look in the mirror because of the change in their appearance,

which can be a considerable source of stress.

In the past, people accepted reduced skin elasticity and the development of wrinkles as natural signs of aging,

but today, many actively seek to prevent and improve the signs of aging.

Among methods for improving the signs of aging, ultrasound and laser lifting treatments are very popular and have the benefit of requiring no separate recovery period.

However, because they need to be repeated regularly, more people are considering facelift surgery. Since it addresses the underlying causes of facial aging,

it can produce clear and noticeable results. By making an incision around the ears and lifting the sagging tissue extending across the face and neck,

this surgery can improve all areas of the face and provide dramatic, distinct results.

As life expectancy increases in the era of living to 100,

more middle-aged and older adults are taking care of their appearance.

If you are concerned about increased wrinkles and sagging skin or are hesitant to visit a clinic,

or if you are considering a facelift because of the signs of aging, please focus on today's facelift post,

which introduces an approach intended to provide a clear wrinkle-reduction effect!

Stop lifting that only pulls the skin!

DM Plastic Surgery's facelift surgery, based on the expertise of Director Won-min Yoo, a board-certified plastic surgeon with 30 years of clinical experience,

does not perform a facelift by simply pulling the skin.

Through a thorough consultation with a specialist, the areas of concern are identified, and an individualized surgical plan is created for each patient,

which contributes to a high level of satisfaction.

DM Plastic Surgery's SMAS facelift involves dissecting both the SMAS layer beneath the skin and the retaining ligaments,

then pulling and firmly fixing them to enhance the lifting effect and its duration.

A true lift requires pulling the SMAS layer!

The human face consists of multiple layers of structure. In particular, signs of aging in the face occur when the SMAS layer,

which connects the skin and muscles, becomes weakened and can no longer function properly.

DM Plastic Surgery's SMAS facelift checks the overall condition of facial wrinkles and pulls the skin and SMAS layer together.

It is a surgery intended to improve wrinkles and can help create a more youthful-looking face.

• Semi-permanent surgical effect
• Facial contour reduction and V-line effect
• Natural, youthful-looking skin
• Overall improvement in facial wrinkles
• Incisions made along the ear line

Before & After: DM Plastic Surgery Facelift Surgery

[Actual DM Plastic Surgery facelift surgery case]

The patient was concerned about skin that had lost elasticity and begun to sag

and chose facelift surgery at DM Plastic Surgery.

This photo was taken immediately after the stitches were removed following facelift surgery at DM Plastic Surgery.

Compared with the before photo, the image shows skin with improved elasticity and a taut appearance in the areas of concern.

※The degree of swelling and recovery may vary from person to person, so please keep this in mind.※

Increased lifting effect through SMAS-layer lifting and retaining-ligament dissection!

What is the SMAS layer?

It is a thin fibromuscular layer located between the subcutaneous fat and muscle layers.

It transfers muscle movement to the skin and is highly closely attached to the skin, making it vulnerable to gravity.

By fixing the SMAS layer, which is a fundamental factor in skin aging, together with the other tissues,

a stronger and longer-lasting lifting effect may be achieved.

Because pulling the SMAS layer addresses the underlying issue of facial sagging, this surgery is intended to provide greater effects and satisfaction

compared with lifting that pulls only the skin.

If you want a firm lifting effect, DM Plastic Surgery's SMAS facelift dissects the entire area from the cheekbones to the masseter retaining ligament,

which is intended to provide a stronger lifting effect and a high level of satisfaction.

DM Plastic Surgery facelift surgery is recommended for:

ㆍPeople looking for a personalized 1:1 lifting surgery

ㆍPeople concerned about overall facial wrinkles

ㆍPeople who want to improve overall facial elasticity

ㆍPeople who want a semi-permanent effect

ㆍPeople who have not seen results from laser or thread-lifting treatments

ㆍPeople who need an improvement toward a more youthful appearance

DM Plastic Surgery recommends facelift surgery for people in these situations.

How is DM Plastic Surgery facelift surgery performed?

1. The facial contours appropriate for the individual's condition are carefully assessed and designed.

2. An incision is made from inside the inconspicuous hairline, along the ear line, and to behind the ear.

3. The skin tissue is separated to lift the sagging tissues within the area marked with diagonal lines.

4. The sagging skin is removed, and the cheekbone retaining ligament and masseter retaining ligament are released,

   allowing the SMAS layer to be lifted and firmly fixed.

5. After fixing the lifted skin, the excess skin is excised and the incision is carefully sutured.

DM facelift surgery is performed using these methods.

To achieve a positive result, it should be performed after a thorough consultation with lifting specialists

who have extensive anatomical knowledge and surgical experience.

Experience a true lift!

Under the direction of a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of clinical experience and a range of expertise,

you can receive a semi-permanent surgical effect.

Rather than improving only facial wrinkles, the procedure improves wrinkles throughout the face, from the eye area to the neck,

which can help create a harmonious, more youthful-looking appearance.

When performing facelift surgery, the skin is lifted firmly together with the SMAS layer rather than only the outer surface of the skin.

Unnecessary tissue is removed and the incision is carefully sutured. This addresses the underlying cause rather than merely improving the outward appearance,

allowing for more effective improvement.

The incision is made along the ear line to help reduce concerns about scarring.

You may experience a greater effect and longer-lasting results than with general lifting treatments.

Director of the Anti-Aging Center at DM Plastic Surgery

If you are currently considering facelift surgery,

please visit the clinic and receive a thorough 1:1 consultation

with an experienced specialist.

Choosing a clinic with an experienced specialist

allows for a personalized plan that considers each individual's degree of sagging and skin condition,

which can lead to greater satisfaction and is why DM Plastic Surgery's lifting reviews are positive.

This has been an overview of DM Plastic Surgery's facelift surgery.

We hope this has been helpful to those who have been concerned about facial wrinkles and sagging skin,

those who want to achieve a more youthful-looking face,

those who want to give their parents a thoughtful gift,

and those who are currently planning facelift surgery.

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